Bridget Jones's Shepherd's Pie

Health score
19%
Bridget Jones's Shepherd's Pie
45 min.
4
817kcal

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This recipe is a classic British dish with a fun twist inspired by the beloved character Bridget Jones. It's a hearty and comforting meal, perfect for a cozy night in. The dish consists of a flavorful lamb filling topped with creamy mashed potatoes and baked to golden perfection. It's a true comfort food that will warm you up from the inside out.

The recipe is relatively simple to prepare, making it accessible to home cooks of all skill levels. The combination of lamb, herbs, and spices creates a delicious and aromatic filling, while the mashed potatoes add a creamy and indulgent touch. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a cozy night in with friends, serving as a tasty and satisfying main course.

This Shepherd's Pie has a unique twist with the addition of rosemary and thyme, adding a delightful aroma and flavor to the dish. The recipe also includes a touch of egg yolk in the mashed potatoes, giving them a rich and creamy texture. It's these little details that make this recipe stand out and create a memorable dining experience.

Whether you're a fan of Bridget Jones or simply looking for a delicious and comforting meal, this Shepherd's Pie is sure to hit the spot. So, roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to create a tasty treat that will leave you feeling warm and satisfied.

Ingredients

  •  onion finely chopped
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 600 grams lamb minced
  • tablespoons flour plain
  • servings thyme leaves 
  • servings rosemary 
  • small canned tomatoes chopped canned tinned
  • 100 milliliters lamb stock 
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 700 grams potatoes 
  • 55 milliliters milk 
  • 75 grams butter 
  •  egg yolk free-range

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • sieve
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 C.
  2. In a large frying pan, heat a little olive oil and fry the chopped onion and garlic.
  3. Add the mince, stirring, until browned all over.
  4. While the meat is frying, break up any lumps with the back of the spoon.
  5. Add the flour (this helps to thicken the juices) and stir.
  6. Mix well and add the thyme and the rosemary and stir.
  7. Add the chopped tomatoes and pour the stock mixture.
  8. Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  9. For the mash, boil the potatoes, then drain them in a sieve and place into a clean bowl.
  10. Add the milk, butter and egg yolk, and mash together.
  11. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  12. Pour the meat into an ovenproof dish and spread the mash on top, smooth over and mark with a spatula.
  13. Put the dish into the oven and cook until the surface is bubbling and golden-brown.

Nutrition Facts

Calories817kcal
Protein15.26%
Fat65.22%
Carbs19.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
114.69
Glycemic Load
25.92
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
26.693913043478%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.47mg
Isorhamnetin
2.76mg
Kaempferol
1.76mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
12.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:817.02kcal
40.85%
Fat:59.25g
91.16%
Saturated Fat:26.67g
166.69%
Carbohydrates:39.9g
13.3%
Net Carbohydrates:34.8g
12.66%
Sugar:4.44g
4.93%
Cholesterol:200.11mg
66.7%
Sodium:264.81mg
11.51%
Protein:31.2g
62.41%
Vitamin B12:3.66µg
61.02%
Vitamin B3:11.12mg
55.58%
Vitamin C:40.23mg
48.76%
Selenium:33.26µg
47.51%
Vitamin B6:0.81mg
40.49%
Zinc:5.94mg
39.63%
Phosphorus:392.99mg
39.3%
Potassium:1193.92mg
34.11%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
27.03%
Vitamin B1:0.38mg
25.19%
Iron:4.36mg
24.23%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.4%
Magnesium:82.42mg
20.6%
Fiber:5.1g
20.4%
Folate:80.25µg
20.06%
Copper:0.38mg
18.94%
Vitamin B5:1.79mg
17.91%
Vitamin K:14.73µg
14.03%
Vitamin E:1.9mg
12.67%
Vitamin A:612.75IU
12.25%
Calcium:91.89mg
9.19%
Vitamin D:0.55µg
3.66%